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00:14:17

SPECIAL | What science says about what makes...

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2025/08/27

Turns out “cool” isn’t just a vibe—it’s science. And no, being aloof didn’t make the list.

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00:14:20

Trump said he fired a Fed governor. What's next?

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2025/08/27

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Bart Jansen puts President Donald Trump's announced firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook in context, and explains what it might mean for his influence on the Fed.The president calls for the death penalty for anyone charged with killing someone in Washington, DC. Trump's doubling of tariffs on Indian imports takes effect. USA TODAY Consumer Travel Reporter Zach Wichter gives some tips and tricks for flying internationally with pets, in this week's

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00:13:38

Judge temporarily blocks Kilmar Abrego Garcia's...

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2025/08/26

A judge Monday temporarily blocked Kilmar Abrego Garcia's deportation.USA TODAY White House Correspondent Bart Jansen breaks down President Donald Trump's Monday executive orders on flag burning, and separately - requiring criminal suspects to pay cash bonds. FEMA staff told Congress that inexperience of Trump officials risks a Katrina-style disaster. USA TODAY's Zachary Schermele discusses why back-to-school looks so different this year. The Women's Professional Baseball League is nearly here

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00:10:59

Army base used for WWII Japanese internment will be...

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2025/08/25

USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran takes a look at some of the history behind Fort Bliss, amid efforts to detain migrants there. A new poll shows more Americans 'strongly disapprove' of President Donald Trump's second term. USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes explains how the Trump administration is cracking down on commercial truckers who can't speak English. Rangers cleared thousands of illegal marijuana plants from a popular national park. Let us know what you

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00:10:52

The hidden crisis of Black land loss in the wake of...

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2025/08/24

Black Americans have lost millions of acres of land due to systemic failures and legal loopholes. Saul Blair’s story is one of heartbreak, resilience and resistance. USA Today’s Andrea Riquier breaks down the heirs' property crisis and what it means for racial equity, wealth and legacy in America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:14:18

Ghislaine Maxwell tells DOJ she never saw Trump...

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2025/08/23

Jeffrey Epstein's imprisoned former girlfriend and associate Ghislaine Maxwell absolved President Donald Trump of wrongdoing. USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson takes a look at the GOP's preparations for 2026. Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been released from custody. Lyle Menendez lost his bid for parole, one day after his brother was denied. USA TODAY Senior Reporter Jessica Guynn discusses how gender pronouns are at the heart of a growing workplace conflict pitting religious beliefs

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00:14:42

GOP on verge of big Texas win, but redistricting...

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2025/08/22

USA TODAY Chief Political Correspondent Phillip M. Bailey takes a closer look at redistricting battles, and how the conversation is shifting to California. USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Aysha Bagchi discusses the move by an appeals court to toss President Donald Trump's $454 million civil fraud court loss. A federal judge bars the transfer of new detainees to Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz’ detention facility. Erik Menendez has been denied parole. Kiss job hopping goodbye. More

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00:12:45

SPECIAL | US in a tight squeeze as water demands soar

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2025/08/21

To face the growing water crisis, America needs a plan

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00:10:56

Texas Republicans approve Trump-backed congressional map

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2025/08/21

Texas Republicans have passed a new state congressional map intended to flip five Democratic-held U.S. House seats up for grabs in the 2026 elections.USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe discusses the Justice Department's push for the high court to make clear that regular pot smokers – and other drug users − shouldn’t be allowed to own firearms. USA TODAY First Amendment Reporting Fellow BrieAnna J. Frank breaks down a federal judge's move to temporarily block several Texas school

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00:15:09

SPECIAL | How to spot a con artist

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2025/08/20

Con artists are everywhere. What are some of the red flags?

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00:13:38

37 former intel officials stripped of their security...

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2025/08/20

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced Tuesday that President Donald Trump had directed her office to revoke security clearances from 37 former intelligence officials.USA TODAY Reporter Zachary Schermele takes a look at potential plans from Democrats to bring Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to Congress to face hearings. Texas says the measles outbreak at the center of record U.S. case numbers is officially over. USA TODAY Personal Finance Reporter Rachel

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00:11:34

Trump calls Putin to arrange meeting with Zelenskyy

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2025/08/19

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers breaks down Monday's meeting between President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and others. Texas Democrats return home, ending a redistricting standoff against the GOP. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Bart Jansen takes a look at Trump's threat to end mail-in voting. Hurricane Erin is a Category 3, but is expected to steer clear of the U.S. Please let us know what you think of this episode by sending a note

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00:13:58

European leaders to join Zelenskyy in Washington

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2025/08/18

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders will meet with President Donald Trump in Washington Monday. Plus, details of the Alaska summit were left on a hotel printer. USA TODAY National Correspondent Elizabeth Weise takes a look at the state of clean energy amid Trump cuts. Protests were held over the weekend against the Trump administration's push for Texas to redraw its congressional map in favor of Republicans. USA TODAY Women and the Caregiving Economy Reporting Fellow

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00:15:34

How do you define American cuisine?

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2025/08/17

What is American cuisine and who gets to define it? Is it barbecue or blueberry pie, hot dogs or lobster rolls, chili or gumbo? American food culture is as complex and complicated as we are. And, in addition to what lands on our plates, there’s everything that comes along with it, from tipping to whether the check should come before dessert. While most of us walk or drive to try out new restaurants, British food writer Felicity Cloake chose to fly to the US with a green touring bike she calls Eddy,

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00:10:46

Trump leaves Alaska with 'no deal' after Putin meeting

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2025/08/16

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers recaps President Donald Trump's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.The District of Columbia has sued President Donald Trump and his administration over his federal takeover of the city's police force. The FBI returns a 16th-century stolen document signed by conquistador Hernán Cortés to Mexico. USA TODAY Trending News Reporter Michelle Del Rey tells us why some whales are going silent. Please let us know what you

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00:09:51

Why is Alaska the 'most strategic place' for...

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2025/08/15

USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes takes a look at some of the reasons a meeting in Alaska makes sense for President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announces a special election to re-draw maps. Hunter Biden drops expletives on Melania Trump's Jeffrey Epstein lawsuit threat. USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe gives us some background after the Supreme Court declined to block a state law limiting kids' use of

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00:14:56

SPECIAL | From electric grids to powering gadgets,...

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2025/08/14

From laptops to electric cars, lithium-ion batteries are in so many of the products we use every day. It’s hard to imagine there’s an alternative. But a half century ago sodium-ion batteries were also on the table as an option. Today, with metals like lithium harder and more expensive to source, electronics firms are taking another look at sodium-ion to power our modern devices. With greater availability, lower manufacturing costs and more stable chemistry, could sodium-ion batteries be the key to

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00:13:25

Why Democrats have limited power to fight Republican...

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2025/08/14

USA TODAY Government Accountability Reporter Erin Mansfield takes a closer look at redistricting fights playing out across the country.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer Thursday ahead of President Donald Trump's expected meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday in Alaska. USA TODAY Reporter Andrea Riquier discusses how some empty churches are being converted into residences. Please let us know what you think of this episode by

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00:13:03

SPECIAL | 'Freakosystems' reveal nature's strange new...

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2025/08/13

Across the planet, the actions of humans are creating novel ecosystems which, according to the BBC, have been dubbed ‘freakosystems’ by the daughter of a professor of ecology. ‘Freakosystems’ are places where unfamiliar species mix with native species in unexpected ways. Research into the Hawaiian island Oahu’s lush landscape demonstrates how the actions of humans have radically changed the natural world. What do these emerging ecosystems tell us about both the resilience and fragility of life on

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00:13:01

National Guard troops arrive in DC

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2025/08/13

Members of the Washington, D.C., National Guard have reported for duty across the nation's capital under President Donald Trump's orders to fight crime and reduce homelessness in the city.USA TODAY White House Correspondent Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy talks about how Trump's real estate history shapes his presidency. President Trump's pick to be the new U.S. commissioner of Labor Statistics commissioner suggests suspending monthly jobs reports. USA TODAY Breaking News Reporter Karissa Waddick

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